Choosing the right Charlotte suburb
Having lived in the big cities, I moved to Charlotte in 2006. I have had the experience of being in various sections of Charlotte, and I can honestly say all are great. For those looking to move to the Charlotte area from another state, or a big city, I can assure you that you will find what you are looking for here in Charlotte. I found a recent study that covered the top 10 suburbs to live in. I wasn’t surprised that 2 of them are Charlotte suburbs. The suburb study is based on criteria including cost of living, education, and amenities. At the top of the list is Westerville, OH, a suburb of Columbus, OH. The rest of the list is comprised of cities in states including Texas, California, North Carolina, Massachusetts, and Tennessee:
1. Westerville, OH
2. Plano, TX
3. Georgetown, TX
4. Round Rock, TX
5. Cedar Park, TX
6. Cupertino, CA
7. Matthews, NC
8. Cornelius, NC
9. Newton, MA
10. Germantown, TN
The study is based off the top 75 suburbs connected to the largest 20 cities in the U.S.
- Amenities (shopping, dining, entertainment, etc.)
- Cost of living (percent above or below national average)
- Crime (percent above or below national average)
- Education (student to teacher ratio compared to national average)
- Employment (income and unemployment compared to national average)
From sources including the U.S. Census and Bureau of Labor Statistics—we were able to see how each city did in the individual criteria (on a scale of 1 to 75, with 1 being best) and also on average to give them an overall score.
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#7. Matthews, NC
Source: Wikipedia user Jon Platek
The first of two North Carolina suburbs (of Charlotte, NC) the top 10, Matthews, population 27,198, isn’t as safe as the cities we’ve talked about thus far. With 2,952 crimes per 100,000 residents, its crime rate is only 6.6 percent below the national average.
Thankfully for its residents, the city did better in other areas. One of them is cost of living, where it is 3.3 percent below the national average (and only .2 percent above the average for the rest of North Carolina). Median household income is also quite high at $70,742, which is 35.2 percent higher than the national average.
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Welcome to Matthews Estates, and a home that delivers the best of both worlds. Tucked toward the back of the community with the greenway as your backdrop, step outside and connect with nature in seconds. Inside, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a large bonus room has been completely re-envisioned with mid-century modern flair. A designer honeycomb orb chandelier sets the tone, casting light across the space as a true focal point. The two-story great room with vaulted ceilings, extensive millwork, and strong Craftsman details creates an immediate impact, while new windows and an oversized double sliding glass door flood the home with natural light and open seamlessly to your expanded deck, which is made for gatherings. The main level features hardwood floors throughout and a primary suite for everyday ease. The kitchen brings the personality and is ready to get cookin' --Navy blue cabinetry with organization/soft-close drawers, vertical subway tile, stainless steel appliances, and a workstation sink with attachments!! The former dining room has been completely repurposed into your own library/den flex space. Upstairs, you’ll find two colorful bedrooms, a full bath, and a bonus room with the space to add a closet for a fourth bedroom if needed. And the lifestyle here is what buyers dream of. Just a couple of houses down, access the greenway and walk or bike to the places most people drive to, Historic Downtown Matthews, local events, Matthews Elementary, Squirrel Lake Park, and more! No carpool line, no parking stress, just real convenience. The real envy will be that you will be 2 minutes from 485 AND the new Trader Joe's, which will be located at John St. and 485. Book your showings now and get your preapproval letter ready! Pictures will be posted by Tuesday, April 21st, and showings start Friday, April 25th! Cinch Home Warranty Included.
| MLS#: | 4370020 |
| Price: | $586,000 |
| Square Footage: | 2096 |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Bathrooms: | 2.1 |
| Acreage: | 0.3 |
| Year Built: | 1997 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Listing courtesy of: | RE/MAX Executive - info@soldondanielle.com - Danielle Edwards |
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8. Cornelius, NC
Source: City of Cornelius, NC
With 24,866 residents, the second suburb of Charlotte to earn a spot in our top 10, Cornelius, is about on par with the national average in terms of crime; 314 crimes per 10,000 residents annually. Property crime in the city, however, is slightly higher than the national average.
Cornelius is the first city we’ve detailed where the cost of living is actually higher than the average than the rest of the country (by 2.5 percent). Its median household income of $81,532 is 55.8 percent higher than the American average and 85.3 percent more than the average for North Carolina. In terms of education, its class sizes are double the national average; it has a 32-to-1 student-teacher ratio compared to 16-to-1 for the U.S. average.
Cornelius, also has the drawn of Lake Norman. A beautiful lake, boasting million dollar lake homes, condos, and restaurants.
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Welcome to Matthews Estates, and a home that delivers the best of both worlds. Tucked toward the back of the community with the greenway as your backdrop, step outside and connect with nature in seconds. Inside, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a large bonus room has been completely re-envisioned with mid-century modern flair. A designer honeycomb orb chandelier sets the tone, casting light across the space as a true focal point. The two-story great room with vaulted ceilings, extensive millwork, and strong Craftsman details creates an immediate impact, while new windows and an oversized double sliding glass door flood the home with natural light and open seamlessly to your expanded deck, which is made for gatherings. The main level features hardwood floors throughout and a primary suite for everyday ease. The kitchen brings the personality and is ready to get cookin' --Navy blue cabinetry with organization/soft-close drawers, vertical subway tile, stainless steel appliances, and a workstation sink with attachments!! The former dining room has been completely repurposed into your own library/den flex space. Upstairs, you’ll find two colorful bedrooms, a full bath, and a bonus room with the space to add a closet for a fourth bedroom if needed. And the lifestyle here is what buyers dream of. Just a couple of houses down, access the greenway and walk or bike to the places most people drive to, Historic Downtown Matthews, local events, Matthews Elementary, Squirrel Lake Park, and more! No carpool line, no parking stress, just real convenience. The real envy will be that you will be 2 minutes from 485 AND the new Trader Joe's, which will be located at John St. and 485. Book your showings now and get your preapproval letter ready! Pictures will be posted by Tuesday, April 21st, and showings start Friday, April 25th! Cinch Home Warranty Included.
| MLS#: | 4370020 |
| Price: | $586,000 |
| Square Footage: | 2096 |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Bathrooms: | 2.1 |
| Acreage: | 0.3 |
| Year Built: | 1997 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Listing courtesy of: | RE/MAX Executive - info@soldondanielle.com - Danielle Edwards |
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